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S9051 — NY, US
S9051 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently committee. New York Bill S9051 proposes to prohibit AI chatbot features considered unsafe for minors [1]. AIGI tracks 2 primary-source updates on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-01-27.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- committee
- Bill status
- in committee
- Authority / governing body
- New York State Senate
- Chamber
- Senate
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline; currently in legislative review.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| provider | Prohibit artificial intelligence chatbots from using features considered unsafe for minors. | — | — |
| agency | Establish rules and regulations defining unsafe features for minors and detailing enforcement. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- cto Identify features within AI chatbots that could be deemed unsafe for minors.
- general_counsel Monitor legislative progress of S9051 in New York.
- compliance_officer Prepare to analyze definitions of 'unsafe features' once established by rulemaking.
- product_manager Develop technical solutions to mitigate or disable identified unsafe features for minors.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- customer_service_ai, content_moderation, productivity_assistants, other
Vendors providing AI chatbot services must be prepared to modify or disable features identified as unsafe for minors, as defined by future New York regulations, and address potential legal actions.
Sample vendor questions
- How do you ensure your AI chatbot's features are safe for minor users?
- What safeguards are in place to prevent the generation of content or experiences deemed harmful to minors?
- How will your chatbot adapt to future regulatory definitions of 'unsafe features for minors' and comply with potential rights of action?
Intelligence briefs (2)
NY Bill S9051 Prohibits AI Chatbot Features Unsafe for Minors
New York Bill S9051 proposes to prohibit AI chatbot features considered unsafe for minors [1].
This initiative signals a growing focus on AI system safety and age-gating obligations for deployers in specific jurisdictions.
Deadline: No fixed deadline; currently in legislative review.
Primary source →New York Bill Prohibits AI Chatbot Features Deemed Unsafe for Minors
New York S9051 would prohibit AI chatbot features considered unsafe for minors and mandates future rulemaking [1].
This signals an emerging legislative focus on AI safety for youth, impacting deployer obligations related to content and feature design.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — effective upon enactment into law, following Senate Floor Calendar progression.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is S9051?
- The New York State Senate has introduced S9051 for the 2025-2026 session, sponsored by Kristen Gonzalez [1]. This bill proposes to prohibit artificial intelligence chatbots from using features deemed unsafe for minors [1]. It includes definitions for "unsafe features," specifies rights of action, and directs the establishment of related rules and regulations [1]. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Finance Committee [1]. Primary source →
- Why does S9051 matter?
- This initiative signals a growing focus on AI system safety and age-gating obligations for deployers in specific jurisdictions. Primary source →
- Who does S9051 affect?
- This proposed legislation specifically targets artificial intelligence chatbots, affecting entities that develop, deploy, or integrate such systems, particularly those accessible to minors. Deployers with generative AI capabilities or those offering conversational AI experiences to users in New York State would be in scope. Considerations include consumer-facing platforms, educational technology, or any service where minors might interact with AI chatbots. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for S9051?
- No fixed deadline; currently in legislative review. Primary source →
- What is the current status of S9051?
- As of the last published update, S9051 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "in committee". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for S9051?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2025/S9051. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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